Much of what we recognize as “mainstream mindfulness” has been shaped through a Western lens, often stripped of its cultural ...

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Taking care of yourself as a parent isn't an indulgence; it has a substantial effect on the well-being of your children.

A new book argues that social media does more harm than good and we might be happier and healthier using it less.

Research suggests that psychological biases may limit support for reducing economic disparities. But there are ways to get ...

Caring for others can improve our well-being, build resilience, and foster lasting community—during moments of collective ...

A new study finds that people around the world see gender-balanced government as better for policy—and better for democracy.

New research finds that self-compassion and mindfulness can help new fathers stay well and bond with their babies.

As a hospital-based physician, I almost always treat people with serious chronic health conditions. As a consequence of these conditions, they lose not just energy but also connection to much of what ...

Goals are important for kids and adults alike because they’re motivational. If we know where we want to go, we can find a path. But not all goals have the same impact on our emotional health.

For many fathers, the coronavirus pandemic tightly wove work with family life. Because remote work and remote school were a fact of life for a lot of families, some fathers have spent much more time ...

A new book explores the science of personality change and how to go about it, if you want to improve your life.